Which of the Following Best Describes Alcoholics in the United

question 117

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes alcoholics in the United States?

• A)They are usually poor and homeless.
• B)They are usually college students.
• C)They alternate between periods of sobriety and heavy drinking.
• D)They must continuously drink for several weeks to qualify as an alcoholic.

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Definitions:

Neurotransmitter

Chemical substances in the brain that transmit signals from one neuron to another across synapses.

Behaviour

Actions or reactions of an individual in response to external or internal stimuli.

Lesioning

A technique in neurological and psychological studies where specific brain areas are deliberately damaged or removed to study their function.

Electrical Stimulation

The use of electrical impulses to stimulate nerves or muscles for therapeutic purposes.